"I was just completely shocked, yeah, just completely shocked and completely amazed to get that call, " admits the 39-year-old.

BBC: A painting for the President

From a distance the pale scree slopes on the mountain-side look like barren fields of snow, but get up close and you'll be amazed by the diversity of wildlife that thrives on this reserve.

UNESCO: Biosphere Reserves

Ms. SAMUELS: I mean, I'm amazed at what women will do to get on TV.

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Today, I am still amazed that the gills of a fish can get enough oxygen out of the water to live.

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Once again he was absolutely amazed at how well the advice of his predecessor worked to get him through.

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